Local Neighborhood Reports

Neighbor's Reports

12/26/2012 from Jan Drive

FYI A truck just pulled up in front of our house and dropped off a man and his shopping cart full of belongings.  The man pushed his cart into Jan Park.  Not sure if the man will be taking up camp in the park tonight, but I would assume so.  The man was white in his 30s wearing jeans and a black sweatshirt.  It is not the same man that I believe was living in the restroom a few weeks back.

Action taken: Jerry Epler at the Maintenance Shop at Carmichael Park District contacted requesting a check of the park for a camper. Will also refer this to POP Officer Peyton.


12/27/2012 from Jan Drive

I wanted to let you know someone attempted to break into our house last night. I was home alone with the kids and very thankful our dog started barking going crazy and scared the person off. Whoever it was used a step stool to jump over our fence to access our house from the back yard. They must have left in a hurry when they realized I was home because they left the foot stool in our front yard up aginst our fence. We took the stool and put it in our back yard, I doubt they will return. Please let the neighbors know this has happened so we can all watch over eachother. Thank you! 

12/28/12

Package found in park opened belonging to local address. 

Action taken:

Box returned to addressee and left for them to decide to report to Sheriff.

12/28/12

Graffiti on sidewalk in park near Jan and Slate entrance. 

Action taken:

Reported to Jerry Epler from Carmichael Parks and Recreation District.

What Can You Do?

• Be vigilant! 
• Pay attention to your surroundings and be sure to report to the Sheriff's Dept. any suspicious activity, no matter how "insignificant" it might seem. 
• Check all entryways and windows to be sure they are locked and secure when not in use, whether you are home or not.
• Use motion sensor lighting throughout your front and backyard to illuminate any areas where criminals might look to hide their activity.
• Keep in contact with your neighbors, and share your experiences with others-we're all here to help each other! 

We are sharing these incidents to keep you informed, but also to emphasize clearly that Neighborhood Watch does work. Thank you for reporting what you see and hear about the neighborhood and being part of the resolution to keep our streets safe. Knowledge is power!

Have a wonderful New Year everyone!